Weiser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weiser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $722,029 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $113,600. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$722,029
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$113,600
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $274,670 the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $428,914 | 33 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $274,670 | 22 | $7.4 million |
| 2025 | $722,029 | 33 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
Weiser Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Weiser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 21 | $474,279 |
| California | 4 | $91,500 |
| New York | 6 | $82,750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $47,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $26,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Israel | General operating | $113,600 |
| Walker Art Center Inc | General operating | $109,679 |
| Mayo Clinic | General operating | $60,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women Incorporated | General operating | $47,500 |
| Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center Inc | General operating | $40,000 |
| Guthrie Theater Foundation | General operating | $30,000 |
| Public Theater | General operating | $28,150 |
| Asolo Reertory Theatre | General operating | $26,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General operating | $24,000 |
| Alcoholics Anonymous | General operating | $20,000 |
| Central Park Conservatory Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Jungle Theater | General operating | $20,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | General operating | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles | General operating | $20,000 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis | General operating | $18,000 |
| Every Meal | General operating | $15,000 |
| Minnesota Spay & Neuter Assistance Program Professional Corporation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts | General operating | $10,000 |
| Morton Cure Paralysis Fund | General operating | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota | General operating | $10,000 |
| Sholom Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Lady Freethinker | General operating | $7,500 |
| Ten Thousand Things Theater | General operating | $7,500 |
| Minneapolis Jewish Federation | General operating | $7,200 |
| Signature Theater Company | General operating | $7,100 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Breck School | General operating | $5,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women - MPLS Minnesota MN Section | General operating | $5,000 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Art | General operating | $2,500 |
| St Anns Warehouse Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Twin Cities Rise | General operating | $2,500 |
| Six Point Theater | General operating | $1,800 |
| Theatre Latte Da | General operating | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Irving Weiser
- Marjorie Weiser
- Jennifer Weiser
- Dana Weiser
Questions people ask
Does Weiser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weiser Family Foundation give?
$722,029 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Weiser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Irving Weiser (President/Director), Marjorie Weiser (Secretary/Treasurer/Director), Jennifer Weiser (Vice President/Director) and Dana Weiser (Vice President/Director).
What does Weiser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.